Administrative Associate

Working Title

Administrative Associate

TRIO Programs-0962

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with University match
• Tuition assistance for full‑time employees and dependents
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• And much more!

The Administrative Associate supports the office and administrative functions for TRIO’s Student Support Services. This is a federally‑funded outreach program that supports the UNL community through academic, social and financial support for first‑generation college students.

• Provide excellent customer service via phone, email and in person to all students, faculty, staff and community members who contact or visit the TRIO offices.
• Support the Student Support Services student recruitment process by processing applications, scheduling interviews, data entry of all student profiles and ensuring that student files are up to date.
• Lead a team of student workers including hiring, training, scheduling and timekeeping management.
• Serve as the point person for Student Support Services departmental purchasing, submit and reconcile all receipts per policies.
• Gather assessment data, files, and financial information for the annual report and assist with the finalization of the annual report per federal grant requirements.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Associate’s or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated administrative and/or office management experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills necessary.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
• Prior experience and working knowledge of Microsoft products.

• Bachelor's degree in business, psychology, sociology, education or related field.
• Experience working within a University setting as well as with TRIO. Prior experience working with grants is preferred.

$19.231/hr minimum